Shloka (श्लोक)
मनसा चिन्तयन पापं कर्मणा नाभिरॊचयन
न पराप्नॊति फलं तस्य एवं धर्मविदॊ विदुः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka teaches that merely thinking sinful thoughts does not bear fruit if one does not engage in wrongful actions.
Translations
English Translation
A person who contemplates sin mentally without actually performing sinful deeds does not reap any resultant harm; wise individuals understand this distinction.
हिंदी अनुवाद
एक व्यक्ति जो मानसिक रूप से पाप का विचार करता है, जबकि पाप का कार्य नहीं करता, उसके परिणामस्वरूप कोई हानि नहीं होती; बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति इस भेद को समझते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is presented in the Udyoga Parva, illuminating the concept that intentions alone do not determine spiritual fallout.
Meaning
This highlights the importance of actions over mere thoughts in spiritual practice; actions define one’s karma.
Application
In our daily lives, it encourages us to focus on our deeds rather than succumbing to guilt from fleeting negative thoughts.
